"Vandeveer Professor of Economics"

Description

The School of Analytics, Finance, and Economics invites globally renowned scholars to submit an application for consideration as the Vandeveer Chair in Economics to start August 11, 2026.

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is a Carnegie High Research Activity Institution offering BA, MA, MS, and PHD degrees in Economics. The Economics program is housed within the College of Business and Analytics.

This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit: https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/.

The target salary offer for this position is $194,450.00 monthly. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Examples of Duties

The selected candidate will teach doctoral courses with a 1/1 teaching load, engage in scholarly research, supervise doctoral students, and bring visibility to the university.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in Economics or related discipline and currently holding the rank of Professor. Research accomplishments exemplified by numerous, high-quality publications in the areas of Development Economics, International Economics, or Monetary Economics.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated effective supervision of doctoral candidates in Economics and who have served on journal editorial boards (especially as editors or co-editors).

Required Documents:

A cover letter is required and should be uploaded to your application along with a curriculum vita and sample of current research. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas in their cover letter.

Contact:

Kevin Sylwester, ksylwest@siu.edu

Supplemental Information

College of Business and Analytics at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC), is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). We offer Bachelor of Science undergraduate academic degree programs in our School of Management and Marketing, School of Analytics, Finance and Economics, and School of Accountancy. We offer graduate academic degrees with master’s programs in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA), Business Analytics, Economics, Accountancy (MAcc), Business Analytics, and doctoral degree programs in Business Administration and Economics. Please visit our website at www.business.siu.edu.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.

SIU Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status.